Porchester Post

The original post, which marks the boundary between Hawkridge and Withypool parishes, was set up by the Carnarvon family of Highclere Castle in 1796 when it acquired Hawkridge by marrying into the Acland family. In today’s hierarchy, Lord Porchester is the eldest son of the Earl Of Carnarvon. At 1272 feet above sea level, the post is almost as high as Withypool Hill itself.

Porchester Post